1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 764 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1999 Hyundai Satellite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
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1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Satellite | ForFour |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |